Christopher Ward C60 Trident GMT 300vsZelos Helmsman 3

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Measurements
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C60 Trident GMT 300

Helmsman 3
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
n/a
Thickness
11.7mm
11.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
Power Reserve
56h
n/a
MSRP
$1,450
$529
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW330-2
Miyota 9015
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C60 Trident GMT 300's build quality and finishing, considering it a strong alternative to established Swiss brands, and appreciate its comfortable 40mm sizing and fantastic lume. The Sellita SW330-2 movement is noted as slim for a GMT, with one owner reporting accuracy of approximately +5 seconds per week. Some owners dislike the older Bader bracelet and desire better anti-reflective coating, while one reviewer wishes for a higher-spec movement and an updated handset. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Trident GMT 300 highly for its exceptional build quality and finishing at its price point.
Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman 3 for its beautiful and unique dials, with many highlighting the quality and finishing on the titanium case, which some feel is nicer than previous models. The brushed beads of rice bracelet is noted as fitting well, and the on-the-fly clasp is considered amazing. Specific dials like the Titanium Crystalline and Damascus Titanium are frequently mentioned as aesthetically pleasing and head-turning. The watch is also praised for its great lume and value for money. However, some owners report the watch can feel top-heavy and have sharp edges, making it less ideal as a daily driver for some. One owner found the meteorite bezel did not add significant value, and the stock strap's keepers and stitching detracted from the watch's appearance. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Helmsman 3 highly for its unique dial designs and excellent finishing at its price point.
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